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Police Arrest Two Chinese Nationals in Don Mueang Scam Operation

Matichon Online One source

Regional police have arrested two Chinese nationals in the Don Mueang area after discovering illegal SIM box equipment hidden in a ceiling.

According to a report by Matichon Online, officers from the Provincial Police Region 1 have apprehended two Chinese nationals following an investigation into scam operations. During a search of a residential unit in the Don Mueang district, authorities discovered 'SIM box' equipment concealed within the ceiling. These devices are frequently utilized by criminal syndicates to facilitate large-scale telecommunications fraud, often involving automated scam calls or messages sent to unsuspecting victims. For residents and travelers, this incident highlights ongoing efforts by Thai law enforcement to dismantle technical infrastructure used in transnational cybercrime. While the arrests represent a significant step in disrupting these operations, the investigation is ongoing. Authorities are currently working to expand the case to identify potential accomplices and determine the full extent of the network's activities. It remains to be confirmed how long the equipment had been operational and whether any specific individuals or organizations were targeted by the group. Residents are reminded to remain vigilant against unsolicited communications and to report suspicious telecommunications activity to the relevant authorities.